It was growing up in Highland Perthshire, a landscape Barry describes as “idyllic yet ecologically impoverished” that first sparked Barry’s passion in the environment and the wellbeing of all animals. Barry has worked in the media for over 20 years, starting with CSV Media Action in Edinburgh and, after stints in Asia and London, he now works in animation, creating and producing content that aims to spark a curiosity about our planet in younger audiences.

Dr Andrew Orr is a Scottish-born physicist, whose work focuses on increasing the scientific understanding of the effects of climate change and global warming on our planet. He has a long standing interest in animal welfare issues, and believes that the goal of improvement of animal welfare is best served by increased recognition of animal rights and education (particularly by informing young people). He has been a vegan for the last 4 years, and before that vegetarian for 16 years. He grew up outside of Edinburgh, and obtained his doctorate from King’s College, London.

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